2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 8100 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
